126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 2 Thank you for selecting our appliance We wish you lots of enjoyment with your new appliance and we hope that you will consider our brand again when purchasing household appliances. Please read this user manual carefully and keep it throughout the product life cycle as a reference document.
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 3 Safety information In the interest of your safety and to ensure Always unplug the appliance and turn off the ● the correct use, before installing and first water supply after use, clean and using the appliance, read this user manual maintenance.
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 4 Child safety This appliance is designed for domestic use. This washing machine is not intended for ● ● It must not be used for purposes other than use by young children or infirm persons those for which it was designed. without supervision.
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 6 Control panel and functions The programme selector dial allows to select a ● programme and/or to switch the machine on/off. It can be Programme selector dial and On/Off switch turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. The light Start/Pause starts to flash.
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 7 Programme table Programme/ Description of Type of laundry Options Temperature programme White cotton (heavy Main wash at 90º - Cold Spin red. soiled cotton items): e.g. Cottons 3 rinses Prewash, sheets, tablecloths, 90° Long spin Super Quick household linen, towels.
Page 8
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 8 Programme table Programme/ Description of Type of laundry Options Temperature programme Programme for wool Main wash at 40º - Cold «Pure new wool, non- Wool 3 rinses Spin red., shrink, machine Short spin washable» label. Main wash at Special programme for 40º...
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 9 Programme information Washing programme for machine washable wool as well as for hand Wool and washable woollens and delicate fabrics with the «hand washing» care Handwash symbol Selecting this programme the laundry is gently washed and spun to Easy Iron avoid any creasing.
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 10 Washing hints Sorting the laundry Maximum loads Follow the wash code symbols on each Recommended loads are indicated in the garment label and the manufacturer’s washing programme charts. instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, General rules: coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens.
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 11 Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain etc.), the colour, washing temperature and remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and degree of soiling. dab the stain; treat several times. All commonly available washing machine Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, detergents may be used in this appliance: lay the garment on a soft surface and dab the...
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 12 Quantity of detergent to be used Degrees of water hardness The type and quantity of detergent will depend Degrees on the type of fabric, load size, degree of Level Characteristic German French soiling and hardness of the water used. °dH °T.H.
The relevant light will light up. compartment marked Maximum speeds are: If required, pour fabric softener into the Cottons: 1200 rpm for AW1202W ● compartment marked (the amount used must and 1400 rpm for AW1402W not exceed the «MAX»...
Page 14
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 14 Operating sequence 6. Select the Extra Rinse option 5. Select Prewash, Intensive, Super Quick option This button can be selected with all Press the «Options» button repeatedly, to programmes except the Wool and Handwash select only one of the available options.
Page 15
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 15 Operating sequence Altering an option or a running programme At the end of the programme It is possible to change any option before the The machine stops automatically. The programme carries it out. Before you make any Start/Pause and «wash»...
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 16 Care and cleaning IMPORTANT! Remove the drawer by pressing the catch downwards and by pulling it out. Flush it out You must DISCONNECT the appliance from under a tap, to remove any traces of the electricity supply, before you can carry out accumulated powder.
Page 17
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 17 The dangers of freezing If the machine is exposed to temperatures below 0°C, certain precautions should be taken. Turn off the water tap. ● Unscrew the inlet hose. ● Place the end of the emergency emptying ●...
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 18 Something not working IMPORTANT! Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below.
Page 19
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 19 Malfunction Possible Cause / Solution The drain hose is squashed or kinked. (Red Start/ Pause pilot light flashes) • Check the drain hose connection. The drain pump is clogged. (Red Start/Pause pilot light flashes) The machine does not empty and/or •...
Page 20
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 20 Malfunction Possible Cause / Solution The programme is still running. • Wait the end of washing cycle. The door lock has not been released. The door will not open: • Wait about 2 minute. There is water in the drum. •...
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 21 Technical data Dimensions Width 60 cm Height 85 cm Depth (inclunding the porthole) 63 cm Electrical connection Voltage - Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating Overall power - Fuse plate on the inner edge of the appliance door Water supply pressure Minimum 0,05 MPa...
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 23 Installation instruction Transit security bars Before starting the machine up, the transport security bars must be removed as follows: You are advised to keep all the transport security bars. In case the appliance has to be transported again.
Page 24
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 24 Water inlet The appliance must be connected to a cold water supply. There should be a COLD WATER tap near the A minimum water pressure of 0.05 MPa (0.5 washing machine with a screwing on bar) is required for safe operation of the connection pipe of 3/4"...
Page 25
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 25 Special conditions If the floor is carpeted or covered with crumbly or soft material, insert a rigid support base under the feet to prevent noise, vibration or displacement. The base should protrude a few centimetres beyond the edges of the machine. WARNING! The drain hose may be extended to a The machine should NOT be placed on deep...
Page 26
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 26 If you require any further advice please The wires in the mains lead are coloured in contact your local water authority. accordance with the following code: Green and Yellow ......- Earth Blue ............- Neutral Brown..........- Live The wire coloured green and yellow must be connected to the...
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 27 Environmental concerns Packaging materials Ecological hints The materials marked with the symbol To save water, energy and to help protect the recyclable. environment, we recommend that you follow >PE<=polyethylene these tips: >PS<=polystyrene Normally soiled laundry may be washed ●...
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 28 Guarantee conditions Standard guarantee conditions Service and Spare Parts. We, Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 In the event of your appliance requiring service, months of the date of the purchase this or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please Electrolux appliance or any part thereof is contact your local Service Force Centre by proved to be defective...
126.2942.01…AW1202-AW1402.qxd 1/4/08 18:14 Página 29 For Customer Service in The Republic of Ireland please contact us at the address below: Electrolux Group (Irl) Ltd, Long Mile Road, Dublin 12, Republic of Ireland Tel: +353 (0)1 4090751, Email: service.eid@electrolux.ie" European Guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux in each of the countries listed at the back of this user manual, for the period specified in the...